2.5L DOHC 16V Engine Complete Assembly for 2014-2016 Nissan Rogue - Front

A quick look at your own vehicle makes sure the right engine shows up:

• Verify the 4th digit of your VIN is 'A' to confirm the 2.5L QR25DE engine.
• Verify the 1st digit of your VIN ('5' for USA built, 'J' for Japan built, 'K' for South Korea built) to determine harness transfer requirements.
• Confirm your drivetrain (FWD vs. AWD) to prepare for potential oil pan and bracket transfers.

What the install really takes — plan and budget with confidence:

Special tools this job needs:

• Engine hoist/crane
• Load leveler
• Heavy-duty subframe support or jack stands
• Torque wrench
• Bi-directional scan tool
• Fuel line disconnect tool set

Budget for these consumables at install:

• Engine Oil & Filter (SAE 0W-20 full synthetic, approx 4.9 quarts)
• Engine Coolant (Nissan Blue Long Life 50/50 Pre-Diluted Antifreeze/Coolant)
• Spark Plugs (Four OEM-spec Iridium spark plugs)
• Intake manifold gasket set
• Exhaust manifold gasket
• Thermostat and water outlet gaskets
• Oil Cooler O-Ring and Gasket
• Front and rear crankshaft main seals
• Serpentine Belt (accessory drive belt)
• Valve cover gaskets

What your vehicle’s computers will need after the swap:

What’s involved: Accelerator Pedal Released Position Learning, Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning, Idle Air Volume Learning (IAVL), Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor / Cam-Crank Correlation Relearn

sources differ on dealer tool requirement: one source states a dealer-level scan tool (Nissan CONSULT-III Plus) or high-end professional bi-directional scan tool is highly recommended due to the difficulty of manual pedal-dance sequences, while another states a Nissan-specific CONSULT scan tool is the most reliable method. A dealer tool is highly recommended but not strictly mandatory if a high-end bi-directional tool is available.

Pro tips for a smooth first start-up — hand them to whoever does the install:

• FWD vs. AWD Oil Pan & Bracket Transfer: If swapping between FWD and AWD models, you must transfer the lower aluminum oil pan and intermediate shaft/transfer case mounting brackets from your original engine.
• CVT Torque Converter Alignment: Ensure the torque converter is fully seated into the transmission pump splines before tightening bellhousing bolts to avoid destroying the CVT fluid pump.
• Fragile Plastic Intake Manifold: Do not over-tighten the plastic intake manifold bolts (torque to 15-20 ft-lbs) to prevent cracking the flanges and causing vacuum leaks.
• VTC Solenoid Connector: The plastic connector on the front of the cylinder head is highly fragile and easily broken during engine hoisting.
• Cooling System Bleeding: These engines are prone to trapping air in the cooling system; follow the factory bleeding procedure to prevent immediate overheating.
• Alternator Proximity: Ensure all heat shields are correctly reinstalled to protect the alternator from exhaust manifold heat.
• Motor Mounts: Inspect and replace the torque mount and other engine/transmission mounts while the engine is out.

Easy to get right once you know them:

• Reusing Stretched Head Bolts: Never reuse the original torque-to-yield (TTY) head bolts if opening the engine.
• Failing to Perform the Idle Air Volume Relearn: Skipping this step can cause a wild idle surge between 1,500 and 2,000 RPM.
• Using the Wrong Oil Viscosity: Do not use heavier 5W-30 or 10W-30 oil in place of the recommended 0W-20 full synthetic, as it can worsen timing chain rattle.
• Not Swapping the Wiring Harness: Attempting to use the replacement engine's harness instead of transferring the original, which leads to pinout and connector mismatches based on assembly plant (USA, Japan, South Korea).
• Ignoring the Cooling System: Failing to properly bleed the cooling system can cause immediate and severe overheating damage.
• Reusing Old Consumables: Reusing old spark plugs, the thermostat, or critical gaskets to save money.

Not issues with the units on this page — the manufacturer documented these for every engine of this family, wherever you buy one. Handy for your installer: